What process do you follow when working with a client? If you feel like your workflow is a mess and you need to streamline your process, we suggest for you to take this ultimate guide:
![The Ultimate Step-by-step Workflow Guide for Freelance Animators](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/untitled-97-1024x1024.png)
1. Communication
Before taking any projects, communicate effectively with prospects, especially when the project is long term.
![1. Communication](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/untitled-98-1024x1024.png)
2. Project Brief
Set project details including:
- time frame
- deliverables
- expectations
to set the tone for the project.
![2. Project Brief](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/untitled-99-1024x1024.png)
3. Offer and Proposal
Send a proposal that includes:
- Rates
- Deliverables
- Terms and Conditions
![3. Offer and Proposal](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-Copy-of-5-Freedoms-of-a-Freelance-Animator-12-1024x1024.png)
4. Advance Payment
Ask for a 25%-50% non-refundable advance payment to secure the project.
![4. Advance Payment](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/untitled-100-1024x1024.png)
5. Deliver the Project
- Send the project to the client for approval.
- Provide necessary revisions.
- Deliver all files promised in your proposal.
![5. Deliver the Project](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/untitled-2022-09-26T161604.346-1024x1024.png)
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